Senior Manager Corporate Development & Transformation

Stokke GmbH; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary €85k–€100k

Job summary

Stokke GmbH, based in Amsterdam, is seeking a Senior Manager for Corporate Development & Transformation to drive M&A activities and strategic initiatives across the business. You will coordinate due diligence, develop value creation plans, and ensure governance and stakeholder alignment.

The role reports to the Transformation Director and offers exposure to senior leadership, CEO, and Board discussions. A Master’s degree and 5+ years in related fields are required, with a focus on delivering

Qualifications

• Master's degree or MBA in Business, Finance, Economics or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Corporate Development, M&A, Private Equity, Investment Banking, Strategy Consulting, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Corporate Development & M&A: Support acquisition, divestment, and integration activities; coordinate due diligence; develop business cases and value creation plans; track integration progress and milestones.
• Transformation & Strategic Projects: Drive transformation initiatives and enterprise-wide programs; support governance, reporting, risk management, and benefit realization.
• Leadership Team & Board Support: Prepare presentations and analyses for Leadership Team and Board; support executive stakeholders with business reviews and shareholder activities.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

PowerPoint

Communication

Stakeholder management

M&A experience

Education

Master's degree, MBA, or equivalent in Business/Finance/Economics

Job description

Founded on the west coast of Norway in 1932, Stokke is built on a strong Scandinavian heritage of craftsmanship, quality, and purpose-driven design. For over four decades, our products have championed connection—creating meaningful moments that bring parents and children closer together while supporting healthy child development.

The Position

Parent & Child at the Heart

As Senior Manager Corporate Development & Transformation, you will help drive Stokke's strategic agenda by leading corporate development initiatives, driving M&A activities, and overseeing key transformation projects across the business.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will turn strategic priorities into actionable plans, ensuring strong governance, stakeholder alignment, and measurable business impact.

Based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands | Reporting to Transformation Director

Agility, Speed & Execution

This is a highly visible role combining corporate development, transformation, and program management. You will work across functions and with senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making, execute business-critical initiatives, and drive long-term value creation.

Main Responsibilities

Corporate Development & M&A

• Support acquisition, divestment, and integration activities.
• Coordinate and/or lead due diligence workstreams across multiple functions.
• Develop business cases, value creation plans, and strategic assessments.
• Track integration progress, synergies, and key milestones.

Transformation & Strategic Projects

• Drive key transformation initiatives and enterprise-wide programs.
• Support governance, reporting, risk management, and benefit realization.
• Monitor progress against strategic priorities and recommend corrective actions.

Leadership Team & Board Support

• Prepare presentations, strategic analyses, and decision-making materials for the Leadership Team and Board.
• Support executive stakeholders with business reviews, shareholder activities, and special projects.

The Ideal Profile

Strategic & Analytical: You enjoy solving complex business challenges and translating insights into clear actions.

Collaborative & Impact-Oriented: You build strong relationships across the organization and drive results through influence and execution.

Experience & Skills

• Master's degree, MBA, or equivalent experience in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Corporate Development, M&A, Private Equity, Investment Banking, Strategy Consulting, or a similar field.
• Experience supporting transactions, due diligence, integration planning, and value creation initiatives.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Excellent PowerPoint, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• A highly visible role supporting Stokke's long-term growth and transformation agenda.
• Exposure to M&A, strategic planning, and executive-level decision-making.
• Close collaboration with the CEO, Leadership Team, Board, and external advisors.
• A collaborative, international, and purpose-driven working environment.
• Competitive compensation with a fixed salary range of €85,000–€100,000.

A workplace guided by our values: Parent & Child at the Heart, Agility Speed & Execution, Pioneering Spirit, and Everyone Has a Seat at the Table.